Malaysian Idol 2 Workshop 1

This group of 8 contestants are fighting for 3 places in the finals. Not an impressive bunch I must say.

The judges were Roslan, Kak Jee and Paul; same as previously. What’s with Kak Jee and the striped bandage on her head? She looked like she’s trying to recover from a splitting headache. I’ve seen Handyplast that looked better. Talk about bad fashion sense.

Okay, bring on the contestants already!

Norsila – not impressive. Just a pretty face and nothing much else. Paul remarked, “That was pretty awful.”

Shone – soft voiced and not dynamic. “Tak sedap langsung,” said Roslan. You could say the same about Roslan.

Faizul (Fat Kampung Boy) – Came on stage with jeans too tight. His performance was not all that great. Paul called him the love child of Joan Jett and Amy Search.

Atilia – the first good voice we heard tonight. Jee said she had the power. Paul made a mindless statement, “No record company is going to give you a record deal based on your looks.” Oh, really? Shades of Kar Wei. I’m starting to think that Paul read my recent rant. There’s more coming your way, Paul.

Fauzi – good power, nice voice. I think Roslan and Jee were wrong in their adverse comments. Paul said, “Pitching problems, otherwise good performance.”

Lisa – This girl was out of tune. She had nice waist long hair that reached down over her butt. Must have taken a long time to grow it. Like me, the judges were not impressed with her singing.

Faizal – Sweet voice. Good performance. But the judges did not think so. I think the judges were wrong on this one.

Xerra (Anorexic Red Haired Girl) – Her performance was uninspiring. Roslan said, “Saya amat kecewa.” Jee said something forgettable. Paul said, “You shrunk away!” Maybe it’s the serious lack of food.

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My preferences for tonight?

Atilia, Fauzi and Faizal.